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Studio Homes for Sale in Capitol East

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    $22,000

    • Land
    • 0.12 Acre
    • $191,304 per Acre

    00 Burson St, Des Moines, IA 50316

    Great opportunity to build your dream home. This lot offers access to the City water and sewer.

    Julia Mena RE/MAX Concepts

    00 Burson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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    $53,000

    • Land

    716 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

    Looking for a small office or workspace? Discover the potential of this versatile property located on the east side of Des Moines, just minutes from downtown and directly across the street from a park. With multiple possible uses, the site includes two parcels—7824-02-131-014 and 7824-02-131-015—and features a garage equipped with electricity, heating and cooling that could easily be converted

    Karla Alaniz Keller Williams Realty GDM

    716 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Why Live in Capitol East

Capitol East is a historic Des Moines neighborhood just east of the state capitol complex. This urban area is characterized by its family-owned restaurants, boutique shops and a variety of single-family homes. Styles include bungalows, ranches and American Foursquares. Residential streets are lined with homes with paved driveways and attached garages. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) has bus stops along East Grand Avenue and U.S. Highway 69. Capitol East is minutes away from Downtown Des Moines. The neighborhood is bordered by the East Des Moines Diamond Railroad Crossing and Interstate 235, providing access to other parts of Polk County and western Des Moines. Local dining options include Rolling Wok Café for pan-Asian cuisine, Paleteria La Michoacana for Mexican food and ice cream and Kelly’s Little Nipper, a bar and grill with live music and trivia nights. Nearby shopping includes Latin American grocery stores like Tienda Mexicana and Tapatia Grocery, as well as local retailers, such as La Bufa and Lupita’s Boutique. For outdoor recreation, Stewart Square Park, Ashfield Park and Redhead Park offer green space. Capitol East is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District with Capitol View Elementary, Hiatt Middle and East High.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capitol East a good place to live?
Capitol East is a good place to live. Capitol East is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Capitol East is a suburban neighborhood. Capitol East has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.1 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $41,460 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Capitol East are renters, with 56.5% of residents renting and 43.5% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Capitol East can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Capitol East neighborhood guide.
Is Capitol East, IA a safe neighborhood?
Capitol East, IA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Capitol East?
The median home price in Capitol East is $172,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $34,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $36K a year to afford the median home price in Capitol East. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Capitol East is $41K.
What are the best public schools in Capitol East?
The best public schools that serve Capitol East are:
What are the best private schools in Capitol East?
The best private schools that serve Capitol East are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?
The most popular zip codes in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA include 50316, 50317, 50314, 50313 and 50315.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Capitol East, Des Moines, IA are Capitol Park, Chesterfield, Union Park, River Bend and Indianola Hills.

Home Trends in Capitol East, IA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$141,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$145,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$141
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Months of Supply
2.90
Median List Price
$172,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
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